The vast majority of managers do not provide feedback often enough. For the most part, micromanagement is a rare occurrence. However, while most managers should be giving more feedback, this should not mean “the more often, the better.” Managers in this position give feedback at intervals so short that they hardly feel like intervals—a problem that can easily lead to micromanagement.
When employees receive feedback that is given at the proper frequency, they grow more capable and confident. As they do, they are likely to earn responsibility for more demanding tasks and projects. Usually that means, over time, less feedback is necessary.
